As a Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration (HVACR) professional, you go from house to house, business to business, and building to building in the name of keeping people and the structures that they inhabit running at the right temperature. Whether the job calls for installations or repairs, being on the job typically means being on the road (wouldn’t it be nice if customers brought their air conditioners to you?). As a result, HVACR professionals’ vehicles need to be comfortable and fuel efficient, and have plenty of cargo space for tools and parts. The name of the game, though, is upfitting. Here, we’ll go over the different vehicles that Chrysler Commercial Vehicles has to offer and the upfitting equipment available to make your HVACR vehicle a mobile office and moving workshop.
For starters, there are some basic reasons to get your vehicle upfitted. These might seem obvious, but they’re worth repeating. A properly upfitted vehicle, be it a Ram C/V Tradesman or 1500, will make all the difference in efficiency and organization. The right shelving, bins, and racks will save trips to the supply store. Knowing that all your parts and tools are securely stored and readily accessible should give you peace of mind while driving, and your customers will certainly appreciate your being able just to get the job done instead of fiddling around in your vehicle or having to reschedule an appointment because the right part isn’t there.
The Ram C/V Tradesman is a fantastic combination of fuel efficiency and cargo hauling, thanks to its EPA-estimated 25 MPG HWY and up to 155.5 cu ft of cargo capacity, and it’s built for HVACR upfitting. Masterack® manufactures the Contour Storage System (CSS), “the industry’s only all-composite lightweight interior for the Ram C/V Tradesman.” Their interior upfit helps fuel efficiency, where other manufacturers’ systems might weigh down the vehicle. It comes with a shelf-leveling kit and steel cab partition and is easily customizable with upgrades such as dividers, doors, and more.
For those who prefer driving the Ram 1500 Tradesman, Mopar® has plenty to offer, like toolboxes and cargo management options. Used in conjunction with Thule racks and carriers, the 1500 Tradesman can become an HVACR professional’s best friend.
Adrian Steel® makes a myriad of upfits for some of the hardest-working HVACR-tuned Chrysler Commercial vehicles. Their PHVAC Package for the Ram C/V Tradesman has divided shelves, plenty of drawers for small parts storage, hook bars, and a partition. And for both the Dodge Grand Caravan and the Ram C/V Tradesman, Adrian Steel manufactures a Single Grip-Lock Ladder Rack, Double Grip-Lock Ladder Rack, and Combo Grip-Lock Ladder Rack.
Finally, wrapping your vehicle with company branding is one of the most effective — and easiest — forms of marketing and advertising. Chrysler Commercial Vehicles’ On The Job program helps you cut costs (not corners) by providing crucial incentives that can go towards upfits and commercial graphic wraps. And once you become a Chrysler Commercial Vehicles customer, you get free membership in our exclusive BusinessLink® program, which delivers tons of value through benefits like next-bay service, loaner vehicles, a dedicated account manager, and more.
The right vehicle, with the right upfitted equipment, can make all the difference to your bottom line, whether through the increased fuel efficiency of your vehicle or the improved parts and tools organization and storage options that keep you out on the road longer. Visit Chrysler Commercial Vehicles to find the right vehicle for your HVACR business.
